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Convatec

5d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Chester, +5

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, CAD proficiency (SolidWorks), experience in multiple projects, comfort with intimate body design, and effective English communication skills.
  • You will design and develop medical devices, collaborate on technical challenges, create 3D models, prototype, conduct testing, analyze data, and maintain documentation while ensuring compliance and engaging stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Qualified to degree level in a relevant engineering related subject preferably Mechanical or Design Engineering.
  • Experience in a variety of projects; ability to work on a number of teams and projects in tandem.
  • Comfortable with human body discussions and designing solutions of intimate parts of human body.
  • Ability to use CAD software packages (SolidWorks) is essential.
  • demonstrable experience with knowledge of mechanical / design engineering is essential.
  • Experience in designing and developing plastic moulded components is desirable.
  • Experience in a R&D medical devices environment and design control is desirable.
  • Experience of Process Validation activities (FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, PQ activities) is desirable.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written) is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the Design and Development of medical devices from Concept to launch.
  • Through collaboration with multifunctional teams, support discussions to resolve technical / scientific challenges to support new product development of Continence Care medical devices.
  • Identifying & generating new Intellectual Property (IP), translating novel ideas into valuable & protectable IP and evaluating the IP landscape.
  • Direct creation of new concepts via 3D models & assemblies in CAD/CAM software (Solidworks).
  • Close collaboration with the cross functional process development team utilising Design for Manufacturing and Design for Assembly methodologies to develop robust designs suitable for manufacturing processes including plastic injection moulding, thermoforming etc.
  • Develop ideas and designs with a focus on usability and user centric design.
  • Resolve concept ideas to practice through prototyping and / or other rapid simulation techniques.
  • Scope plan and execute / coordinate testing of prototypes.
  • Using existing templates, record and report experimental data. This includes reporting of the test procedure, presentation / analysis (including statistical analysis, e.g. Design of Experiments, etc.) of data and formulating conclusions and recommendations as a basis for further discussion and research.
  • Communicate technical data including conclusions and recommendations to the wider team, make proposals and recommendations to progress the projects forward based on the analysis of this data.
  • Provide technical input to support the design control process, including contributing to / authoring design history file (DHF) documentation and material specifications.
  • Maintain overall expertise by keeping updated on engineering advancements through publications, patents, university / industrial contacts and vendor discussions.
  • Work effectively and proactively engage with key stakeholders to manage expectations and deliver on commitments; Understand needs and requirements across multiple functions, manage relationships to ensure effective execution.
  • Work collaboratively across the organisation and support colleagues to achieve shared goals and objectives.
  • Role models behaviours appropriate to our values.
  • Maintain compliance with HSE regulations.
  • Maintain compliance with QMS.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the R&D Engineer position?

A degree in a relevant engineering subject, preferably Mechanical or Design Engineering, is required for this position.

What experience should candidates have?

Candidates should have demonstrable experience in mechanical/design engineering and ideally have experience in an R&D medical devices environment. Experience in designing and developing plastic moulded components is also desirable.

Which CAD software should candidates be proficient in?

Proficiency in SolidWorks is essential for this position.

What are the key responsibilities of the R&D Engineer?

Key responsibilities include contributing to the design and development of medical devices, collaborating with multifunctional teams, generating new intellectual property, creating 3D models in CAD software, coordinating prototype testing, and maintaining compliance with HSE regulations and quality management systems.

What kind of projects will the R&D Engineer work on?

The R&D Engineer will work on a variety of projects involving new product development for Continence Care medical devices, from concept to launch.

Is experience in process validation important for this role?

Yes, experience with process validation activities such as FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, and PQ is desirable for this role.

What type of team will the R&D Engineer be collaborating with?

The R&D Engineer will be part of an experienced international team and will collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the development process.

How important is communication in this role?

Effective communication in English (both verbal and written) is essential, as the R&D Engineer will need to communicate technical data and collaborate with various stakeholders.

Are there opportunities for career progression in this role?

Yes, the company encourages employees to seek out new challenges and provides countless opportunities for career advancement.

Is there any support for intellectual property development within the role?

Yes, the R&D Engineer will be responsible for identifying and generating new intellectual property and translating novel ideas into valuable and protectable IP.

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Convatec

Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

We're on a journey to forever caring. It’s our promise to giving patients and healthcare providers the support they need as we bring to life our vision of pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch. We’re focussed on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in advanced wound care, ostomy care, continence care and infusion care. Around the world, it's our people who are driving our business with real momentum. Join us, and whatever your role, you’ll be pushed and challenged every day. You’ll be supported too, empowered to share new ideas and drive change where it matters most. The sense of pride is powerful. It’s shared. And knowing what you do really matters will inspire you to deliver your very best.